Fender Player Plus Series Introduces Fresh Looks, Tones, and Feel with 4 New Guitars and 3 New Basses

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The Player Series guitars released by Fender in 2018 reset the standard for entry-point Fender guitars and became one of the best-selling series in Fender history. The new Fender Player Plus series includes four guitars and three basses; it is the most visually striking line Fender has ever produced.

Fender Player Plus Stratocaster

Along with fresh new looks, the Player Plus line comes with upgrades that any skill-level player can appreciate, including:

  • Cutting Edge Finishes & Colors: Includes gradient finishes, a first for Fender, new colorways including Cosmic Jade, Belair Blue, Tequila Sunrise, and more.

  • Silky satin Modern “C” Player Plus neck: Fits your hand like a glove, with smooth rolled edges for supreme comfort

  • 22 Medium Jumbo Frets and 12” Radius Fretboard: Facilitate fluid leads and choke free bends

  • New Player Plus Noiseless Pickups: Bright and touch-sensitive, offering classic ender tones without the hum

Prices for the series range from $999.99 to $1149.99 depending upon the model chosen.

You can learn more about the Fender Player Plus line here.

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